Monday, November 15, 2010

Venus Rising University: Possibly the first Shamanic Psychospiritual University in the world!

On August 6, 2010, Venus Rising Institute for Shamanic Healing Arts, a 501c3 non-profit spiritual organization, received approval from the state of North Carolina to offer spiritual educational degrees. Venus Rising University may be the first Shamanic Psychospiritual University in the world! Their first Graduation Ceremony will commence on Sunday, November 28, at 10 a.m. at the Venus Rising Sanctuary, located at the Isis Cove Community Retreat Center in Whittier, NC - one hour west of Ashevile, NC.

Offering a broad range of courses, Venus Rising University also considers life experience, past degrees and certifications in planning the curriculum for each individual in their pursuit of the following degrees:

“Venus Rising University is a place where education is geared towards awakening to one’s soul purpose and remembering who we really are. Venus Rising educates and facilitates individuals as they transform their lives through powerful teachings and initiation experiences aimed at how to become “real” human beings, while connecting directly to their spiritual source for inner guidance and strength. Our programs promote and accelerate personal growth and leadership through Shamanic Psychospiritual Studies, which are designed to raise consciousness. We support individualism and diversity while teaching the healing power of community. Venus Rising University is a place where dreams are made and really do come true.

I am very happy that Venus Rising has the honor and privilege of awarding spiritual education degrees to individuals who are seeking to transform the world by learning first-hand how to transform their own lives. Venus Rising graduates are the leaders and way showers for future generations. Our graduates are gifted, compassionate individuals who are seeking and ready to embody a spiritual career that has heart, which gives meaning and purpose to their lives, and assists real and lasting change in the world. Whatever they decide to do in the world will be infused with the love and wisdom they have opened to during their time with Venus Rising University."

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Star Wolf's Welcome

My journey in life has been a spiral path of wholeness that continues to move through cycles of change taking me through many symbolic death and rebirth experiences, which I refer to as “shamanic portals of transformation.” I have learned more than I ever thought possible through a process I will share with you in my future writings, called the Shamanic Breathwork™ process, and the five initiations process called S.H.I.P. Once I have made sense of the lessons on my path and discovered the bigger picture, I am ready to pass on and share both my stumblings and my leaps along the way. In my own spiritual quest, I have always appreciated most those who shared their struggles and victories in an authentic way. That will be my humble attempt within the context of this blog.

I believe that we are all indigenous to this earth. I respect all my relations, whether they be human, animal, plant, mineral, visible or invisible ones. We are all related by the great web of life and sent here from the great beyond. Everything we say and do touches all parts of this magnificent web of creation. If I treat myself or anyone else unfairly, we are all affected in some way. Fortunately, the converse is true, as well. I am not perfect. If I am honest and have humility, I can admit that I will make mistakes as I seek to further evolve my conscious awareness. I can also make living amends by striving to change my negative thoughts and behaviors, and live from a more open-hearted connection to others and to myself. I have learned over time that all the changes I seek in the outer world must begin by looking within myself first. I have also learned that it is imperative that I have the courage to be honest with myself and to look at the “shadow” side of my personality. When I have had the courage to truly know myself better, the light and the dark, I have found the inner strength to change my life and shape-shift myself into the light of my true soul’s image.

From time to time I will share different programs and events that are being offered through my non profit organization (Venus Rising Institute for Shamanic Healing Arts) in my blog, as well as photos, videos and teachings, etc. But the main purpose of this blog is to provide an outlet to share the inner musings of my shamanic spirit and journey, and to hear yours as well. I look forward to connecting with all of you who intuitively know that you, too, are a valuable part of the shamanic process of conscious co-creation and evolution on the planet at this time. We each have a role to play and a soul purpose in the drama unfolding in our world today. Together we can create a better place for all beings on earth to live and leave a powerful legacy for those who are yet to come.

I believe we will all be remembered by future generations for the choices we make during this time of huge evolutionary change. In the words of the wonderful poem, “Summer Day,” by Mary Oliver, “what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?”

Shamanic Ministry

Dear Friends,I do a great deal of my Shamanic Ministry through personal emails with clients, friends, and soul family. I also share my ministry on my blog by posting some of the responses I write to personal emails. I will never post anyone's names or personal information without permission, only my responses to the questions people are asking me. If you find my Shamanic Ministry helpful in your own journey, please share my blog with others in your life. Would you like to become a Shamanic Minister?Click HERE to learn more about the Shamanic Minister's Global Network.

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Welcome!

Welcome to my Blog! I hope that you will return often to read my musings and share your own with me and other kindred spirits who tune into this frequency. I would like to begin by saying that although this blog is called the Aquarian Shaman, I do not consider myself to be a traditional shaman. I use the word shamanic to describe my spiritual path, my personal process, my training programs and institute, and how I live my life. I have had shamanic teachers in the past; I have both studied and participated in many more traditional “shamanic rituals,” but that is not who I am. My path as a soul seeker and as a spiritual teacher is the path of the open heart and through my own personal, direct experience. Authenticity and integrity are important qualities that I value and cultivate. I have learned repeatedly over the years that my inner voice, that I now refer to as my “Shaman Within,” is the best soul guide I have ever had and will never leave me, even in my darkest hour. This inner knowing has given me a huge reserve of spiritual energy and creativity, allowing me to manifest many things in my life that others have not even been able to imagine. I am eternally grateful for this precious gift and have a passionate desire to assist others in opening to their inner shaman as well.

Venus Rising Association for Transformation

Click the VR logo above ^^ to learn more about Venus Rising's events and workshops as well as Venus Rising University's degree programs.

What's sure to be a powerful confluence of Wolf Medicine from all walks of life, join the pack on Memorial Day Weekend (May 24-27) at Isis Cove in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of NC - This year, a special emphasis on the Wise Wolf Pups' Camp, so be sure to bring the young ones in your life! Click the image above for details!

LINDA STAR WOLFBooks and CDs

Click on any of the book covers below to: learn more about the esoteric teachings of Linda Star Wolf and her various co-authors; read book reviews; and find links to purchase online!

Spirit of the Wolf

Spirit of the Wolf: Channeling the Transformative Power of Lupine Energy

Sacred Medicine

Visionary Shamanism: Activating the Imaginal Cells of the Human Energy Field

Shamanic Breathwork: Journeying Beyond the Limits of the Self

Shamanic Egyptian Astrology: Your Planetary Relationship to the Gods.Co-Author Ruby Falconer is available for all types of readings: natal, relationship, transit, location, progressed and right timing of events. She is also available for talks and presentations. Contact her at (828) 586-1810 or email rubyfalconer@earthlink.net.

Shamanic Mysteries of Egypt: Awakening the Healing Power of the Heart

The Anubis Oracle: A Journey into the Shamanic Mysteries of Egypt(Click on Anubis for a free online reading)